This week is the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Brake Safety Week, during which enforcement agencies around the country will work to educate drivers and technicians about proper brake maintenance and conduct brake inspections.
September 14, 2011Business
Paccar Recalls Some Kenworth, Peterbilt Trucks Over Brake Issue
Truck maker Paccar Inc. has recalled some 2012-2013 model year Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks equipped with Bendix brake components that may leak, Bloomberg reported, citing a federal regulatory agency.
February 6, 2012Business
Faulty Bendix Valves Installed on Around 60,000 New Trucks
A faulty brake valve produced by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has been installed on as many as 60,000 Navistar Inc., Paccar Inc. and Volvo Group heavy-duty vehicles that are now in service.
February 6, 2012Government
Bendix CEO Expects Stability Mandate Proposal This Year
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The head of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems said he expects federal regulators to offer a proposal later this year mandating that heavy trucks be equipped with stability systems by as early as 2012.
March 29, 2010